Cucurella defends Vinícius and puts Real Madrid ahead of PSG
Marc Cucurella has defended Vinícius Júnior over criticism of his defensive work, explaining what it is like to play behind the Brazilian compared with Yan Diomande on Real Madrid’s left flank. The left-back made the comparison in a wide-ranging interview with COPE’s El Partidazo. Madrid went into the international break on an eight-game winning streak, […]
“I’m not 100% fit” — Valverde gives Real Madrid an injury scare on Uruguay duty
Federico Valverde has given Real Madrid cause for concern after revealing on arrival in Montevideo that he is still playing through pain, despite returning to the club’s starting line-up before joining up with Uruguay. The Real Madrid captain spoke days after José Mourinho warned that several of his players were struggling with fatigue following the […]
Rüdiger and Bellingham at the centre of Mestalla tunnel row as suspension fears loom
Antonio Rüdiger and Jude Bellingham found themselves at the centre of a half-time confrontation in the Mestalla tunnel after security staff stepped in to separate Real Madrid and Valencia players. Tensions spilled over from the pitch into the tunnel with Madrid leading 2–0. José Mourinho’s side went on to win 3–0 on matchday 12 of […]
Mbappé matches Benzema’s seven-game scoring streak and closes in on Ronaldo
Kylian Mbappé scored for the seventh consecutive competitive game for Real Madrid against Valencia at Mestalla, moving within one match of his personal best for the club and bringing one of Cristiano Ronaldo’s finest scoring runs back into focus. Mbappé struck in the 75th minute, taking Arda Güler’s pass past goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski with his […]
26 fouls and a furious dressing room as Real Madrid question referee protection
Frustration among Real Madrid players over the way referees deal with opposition challenges has intensified after the clash with Valencia at Mestalla revived a debate that has been rumbling inside the club for weeks. According to AS, the frustration repeatedly voiced by Real Madrid TV is now evident in the dressing room. Players feel referees […]
Mourinho pulls clear of Guardiola at the top of La Liga’s all-time rankings
José Mourinho strengthened his grip on the best win rate in La Liga history as Real Madrid’s victory over Valencia widened his lead over closest rival Pep Guardiola. Federico Valverde, Arda Güler and Kylian Mbappé scored in a 3–0 win at Mestalla, giving Real Madrid their eighth consecutive victory in all competitions heading into the […]
Real Madrid sweep aside Valencia to turn up the heat on Barcelona in La Liga title race
Real Madrid beat Valencia 3–0 at Mestalla on Matchday 12 of La Liga to move up to second and put pressure on Barcelona and Atlético Madrid ahead of their showdown on Sunday evening. José Mourinho’s side made it three wins from three away games in a week, having beaten Racing Santander by the same scoreline […]
Mourinho borrows PSG’s playbook to keep Real Madrid’s stars fresh
José Mourinho has started giving Real Madrid’s biggest names extra rest during the season, taking a cue from the way Luis Enrique has managed playing time and given key players time off at Paris Saint-Germain. According to Marca, Mourinho wants his squad to reach the decisive months of the season fresh enough to handle the […]
‘Madrid, of course’ — JJ Gabriel picks Real over Barcelona and dreams of the Ballon d’Or
JJ Gabriel has revealed that he would rather join Real Madrid than Barcelona. The Manchester United prospect has arrived in the Spanish capital as he prepares for his next move, with Madrid working on a deal to sign him. Marca caught up with the 16-year-old English forward in Madrid, where he is training on his […]
Where has Vinícius Júnior’s pace gone? Real Madrid examine his physique
Real Madrid are looking into why Vinícius Júnior is finding it harder to beat defenders. The Brazilian winger has lost some of the edge that made him so dangerous down the left, and his dip in form since the start of the season has become a concern at the club. According to El Debate, Madrid […]